According to the U. S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, health insurance coverage is a major determinant of access to health care. The agency also concludes the uninsured with chronic health conditions are substantially less likely to make regular clinic or doctor visits, relying instead on emergency room care for treatment.

Working to improve health outcomes all of residents, Fulton County Government is providing opportunities for persons to get help enrolling in the Health Insurance Marketplace. The sessions listed below are a collaborative effort between the Fulton Cooperative Extension, Atlanta Fulton Public Library System (AFPLS), Health and Wellness and Human Services departments and our community partners.

There is a more complete list of sign-up event locations throughout metro Atlanta at www.getcoveredamerica.org. Health experts confirm that timely, appropriate and regular health care helps people prevent illness, manage chronic conditions and avoid exacerbation or complications of those conditions.